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Britain's approach to interacting with other European countries during Queen Victoria's reign was called "splendid isolation" by politicians of that era. What was meant by this phrase?

A.) Britain worked hard to set apart any European country that opposed its policies.

B.) Britain refused to meet with the heads of state of other European nations.

C.) Britain prevented other Europeans from entering the country except for certain days.

D.) Britain stayed out of any territory disputes between other European nations.

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Answer:

Britain stayed out of any territory disputes between other European nations.

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I got this right on the test. Hope this helps :)

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Answer:

D.

Step-by-step explanation:

The term 'splendid isolation' was used to refer the policy of Britain during the 19th century.

During the 19th century, Britain had its empire expanded all over the world. Amost 1/4th of the world population was a part of British empire. Therefore, Britain had no interest in forming allies with other European countries.

The term, therefore, referred to staying out of any territorial disputes between other European nations. Thus option D is correct.

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